Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

They are the foundation of sound stewardship which is genuinely acknowledging and thanking donors for their precious gifts of time and money. Send mission impact videos. These videos can have a huge impact. And there is a bigger picture at stake. The solutions to improving donor retention aren’t rocket science.

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

According to a study from Goldman Sachs, “Generative AI tools could impact 300 million full-time jobs worldwide, which could lead to a significant disruption in the job market.” Although this explanation sounds more like it belongs in the classroom than the office, my takeaway is the focus on uniquely human skills.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 4, 2024

Picture this: your donor data and fundraising trends reports are due, but instead of the usual stress, you’re calm, prepared, and even proud of what you’re about to submit. Sounds ideal, right? Optimize campaigns: Identify what works and what doesn’t so you can fine tune your efforts for maximum impact.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 1, 2021

“Digital transformation” may sound grandiose, but it just means the people, processes, and systems that leverage digital tools to help organizations realize impact. Our work with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) shows the power of harnessing data for impact storytelling. Then the tools can be tuned.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 4, 2023

Done well, this simple little letter will make your donors feel great about giving, help them understand their impact, deepen their connection to your organization and the community you serve, and set the stage for them to give again in the future. That might sound a little silly, right? Which would make you happier?

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Qgiv

MAY 4, 2021

Though recurring giving isn’t perhaps as magical as that title sounds, it really is an incredible tool that is widely underutilized in nonprofit fundraising. Donor retention continues to be a challenge for many organizations, so simply growing the number of recurring donors can dramatically impact donor attrition. Download Your eBook!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

So far, that sounds pretty familiar to how all companies operate. Instead of generating a profit that can be disbursed to shareholders or reinvested in the business, nonprofits funnel their revenue into things like research funding, program expenses, outreach, and work that directly impacts their mission. Streamline processes.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

So, when you look at your work and the impact you’re making on the world, consider all the stories you can tell and all the angles you can approach those stories from. . First, you don’t want to make light of the struggle or unintentionally imply that you’re laughing at the people who are impacted by that struggle.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Luckily for you, Tech Impact is here to clear up any misconceptions you might have about social media marketing, and help your nonprofit better harness the power of content and social media marketing. That picture board that gives me great recipes and craft ideas? Pinterest pins are worth.78 78 cents each. Wait, what?

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CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2023

A SWOT analysis helps to identify opportunities for growth and impact, and anticipate and mitigate potential threats. In the nonprofit context, strengths may include things like: a dedicated network of volunteers, a strong group of recurring donors, and/or a successful track record of mission impact.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 18, 2011

Asking supporters to take an apple to their teacher may sound like a fun call to action – it engages students and parents in any grade level, is a simple and straightforward ask, and has teachers at the center. Maybe you want to run a campaign for awareness around one of your proposals and want to showcase teachers in the process.

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Network for Good

MAY 7, 2021

It’ll help you find out the impact different variables have on your goals for email engagement. And when it comes to structure, you might think that things like questions, statements, ellipses, “you’ll never believe…” or some surprising statistic might not work because they sound like spam. How many people open each email?

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TechImpact

MARCH 18, 2014

The big picture is always in focus for a great nonprofit executive. Making sound judgements after considering alternatives is perhaps the most imperative quality of all. The post 12 Attributes Of An Excellent Nonprofit Executive appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Can deal with conflict.

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Kindful

APRIL 26, 2021

So how can you make sure you are not only picking the right photos, but also using them in your fundraising communications in the best way to maximize their impact? At the end, you will have plenty of pictures to choose from when you go to share the impact of the event. Nothing is worse than a grainy picture.

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CauseVox

JUNE 16, 2023

Don’t worry, it might sound fancy, but it’s just a smart way to organize your fundraising efforts for a large scale project. Picture this: your brothers or sisters showcasing their hidden talents, mastering choreography, and bringing the house down with their unforgettable performances.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In this post, I’ll highlight four of the key takeaways identified by our attendees as being the most critical to positioning their foundations for greater impact in 2020. bbcon Takeaway #3: Impact measurement must be baked into the culture of your foundation . What is impact, and why does it matter? l everage the results.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 13, 2023

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The pressure to respond when demand spikes in the communities you serve can be great—but these powerful opportunities to make an impact are the reason nonprofits exist. This valuable time could have been better spent on tasks that directly drive impact.

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Tech Soup

MAY 6, 2014

That sounds so incredible that it almost couldn't be real, right? The food truck campaign I supported had mock-ups of what the food truck would look like and pictures of sample menu items. Share pictures, updates, quotes from people involved in the project or benefitting from it, etc. Report Back. This one is huge.

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Media Cause

OCTOBER 18, 2021

” But more recently, maybe even in the last 3-4 years, more nonprofits are recognizing how having a strategic, and consistent brand can accelerate their impact — and also how the lack of a brand, or an incomplete one, can hold organizations back from reaching their audience and creating change. . You give in to boredom. .

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Care2

MAY 18, 2011

Asking supporters to take an apple to their teacher may sound like a fun call to action - it engages students and parents in any grade level, is a simple and straightforward ask, and has teachers at the center. But how does it help you move closer to your goal?

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

By growing your fundraising program in support of a strategic plan that calls for paid employees, your organization can make a bigger impact on the community and change more lives. Pick one that sounds like fun to you, because the planning and execution will be easier if you’re enjoying the work.

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Whole Whale

JULY 18, 2022

Nonprofits offer the incredible opportunity to turn meaningless money into impact in the work. Don’t just ask people to give money – let them know how their donation will be used and what impact it will have. Supercharge them with confidence in the work your organization is doing to make an impact. Make it personal.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2023

Include your organization’s name, your particular campaign’s name, and the impact your campaign will have on your community. Not everyone knows where to start when researching a new topic, but ChatGPT can give you a clearer picture of what to look up. Donations help [Describe Donation Impact].” Describe Donation Impact].”

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sgEngage

APRIL 20, 2021

These programs are widely adopted across the nonprofit sector as part of organizations’ regular fundraising efforts, because they provide a consistent, predictable source of income while also helping donors feel like they’re making a positive impact. This is an effective way to help prospects visualize their impact. Let’s dive in!

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 19, 2024

Align Your Mission and Vision Statements It doesn’t matter how many sound strategic principles you put into place: If you can’t clearly explain what your association’s mission is, it’s all going to be for naught. But don’t forget to craft a vision statement, too, that lays a vivid picture of the future you aim to create.

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Candid

MAY 20, 2021

After all, you depend on your donors to help grow your impact and drive your mission forward; their thoughts and opinions should weigh heavily in your plans. As expected, the pandemic’s impacts on nonprofits and their responses to those changes have varied dramatically between organizations.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Ask: Send a personalized request for support that acknowledges the donor’s past gifts and shares the impact their donation will make. Showing impact numbers and, more importantly, stories keep donors informed and engaged. That tip sounds kind of goofy, doesn’t it? But communicating with your supporters can be intimidating.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 13, 2023

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The pressure to respond when demand spikes in the communities you serve can be great—but these powerful opportunities to make an impact are the reason nonprofits exist. This valuable time could have been better spent on tasks that directly drive impact.

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Network for Good

MAY 7, 2021

It’ll help you find out the impact different variables have on your goals for email engagement. And when it comes to structure, you might think that things like questions, statements, ellipses, “you’ll never believe…” or some surprising statistic might not work because they sound like spam. How many people open each email?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

My top reasons for telling stories this month include: Stories give donors concrete examples to help them understand their impact. I like this kind of story in a year-end campaign because it feels timely for the season (especially the last few days of December) and paints a clear picture of your vision for the next year.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

It may sound minor, but it’s a great opportunity to make your volunteers feel at home and answer any housekeeping questions they might have. They need to see the bigger picture and their place in impacting the people you serve. Feeling comfortable in a new environment is important! Introduce them.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

If this sounds like your organization, you’re likely struggling with employee engagement. Enhanced community impact. When team members have challenges in their personal and professional lives, it can impact how committed they are to their work. Impact storytelling. Talent attraction. Stress and burnout. Roadblocks.

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Network for Good

MAY 3, 2021

It also makes it difficult for your donors to understand how they fit into the big picture. What is the measurable impact of that effort? It may sound hokey, but SMART goals make sure everyone is clear about what you’re trying to accomplish and by when you’d like to do it. How much money will you need to raise?

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Network for Good

MAY 3, 2021

It also makes it difficult for your donors to understand how they fit into the big picture. What is the measurable impact of that effort? It may sound hokey, but SMART goals make sure everyone is clear about what you’re trying to accomplish and by when you’d like to do it. How much money will you need to raise?

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 13, 2021

Creating a marketing campaign might sound simple enough, but implementing a proper strategy with a multi-channel approach is easier said than done. Attach each donation with its direct impact. If you allow your donor to understand how their money is being spent, it brings the impact full circle.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 23, 2014

Use pictures, videos and stories to illustrate the great work you are doing. By selling the work you do and the impact you have, you can recruit Millennials to be part of your organization, and if you play your cards right, also get them to eventually become donors down the road. But rather, why. It’s all about the cause.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 9, 2021

The article highlighted the importance of getting to know the client’s impacted community before creating the brand identity. As we look to make an impact, how can we invite community members to create with us from the start? Community is key: working with, not for. This is key to building relevant brands.

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